Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
As the need for mental health resources grows in our society, so does our need for skilled psychiatric nurse practitioners.
One in five adults in the United States experiences mental illness within their lifetime. Perhaps you've known someone impacted by mental illness or a mental health condition or you have dealt with one yourself. You can help improve the lives of people with mental illness by enrolling in Loyola Nursing's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) track.
Launched in Fall 2019, the Psychiatric Mental Health NP track prepares graduates with the knowledge and skills to effectively diagnose, treat, and care for patients with mental health needs. Guided by our Jesuit mission, the Psychiatric Mental Health NP track focuses heavily on ethics, social justice, care of the whole person, and prioritizing care for underserved or marginalized populations. Students will strengthen the communities they serve by increasing access to high-quality mental health care for individuals, families, and communities.
Specialty
Substance Use and Addiction Specialty
Deepen your understanding of mental health by learning how addiction impacts psychiatric mental health care and treatment options. Explore Loyola Nursing's Substance Use and Addictions specialty.
Curriculum
The Psychiatric Mental Health NP program is a blended format with both online and in-person instruction, including Immersion weekends at Loyola's Health Sciences Campus. Many students are working professionals with families, so we offer both part-time and full-time options to fit your schedule.
With our rigorous curriculum and significant number of credit and clinical hours, we seek to prepare you to successfully take the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification board in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan).
Admission
You must be a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program to apply. Admission is competitive and based on the strength of application materials and interview.
Begin your journey in Psychiatric Mental Health! Learn about the specific degree requirements and apply today.
Questions? Contact Program Track Director Barbara Preib Lannon, PhD, PMHNP-BC at bpreiblannon@luc.edu
As the need for mental health resources grows in our society, so does our need for skilled psychiatric nurse practitioners.
One in five adults in the United States experiences mental illness within their lifetime. Perhaps you've known someone impacted by mental illness or a mental health condition or you have dealt with one yourself. You can help improve the lives of people with mental illness by enrolling in Loyola Nursing's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) track.
Launched in Fall 2019, the Psychiatric Mental Health NP track prepares graduates with the knowledge and skills to effectively diagnose, treat, and care for patients with mental health needs. Guided by our Jesuit mission, the Psychiatric Mental Health NP track focuses heavily on ethics, social justice, care of the whole person, and prioritizing care for underserved or marginalized populations. Students will strengthen the communities they serve by increasing access to high-quality mental health care for individuals, families, and communities.
Our Commitment to You
Graduates of Loyola's Psychiatric Mental Health NP track will gain the following knowledge, competencies, and professional values to develop, deliver, and evaluate mental health care at the highest level of nursing practice.
Specialty
Substance Use and Addiction Specialty
Deepen your understanding of mental health by learning how addiction impacts psychiatric mental health care and treatment options. Explore Loyola Nursing's Substance Use and Addictions specialty.
Curriculum
The Psychiatric Mental Health NP program is a blended format with both online and in-person instruction, including Immersion weekends at Loyola's Health Sciences Campus. Many students are working professionals with families, so we offer both part-time and full-time options to fit your schedule.
With our rigorous curriculum and significant number of credit and clinical hours, we seek to prepare you to successfully take the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification board in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan).
Admission
You must be a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program to apply. Admission is competitive and based on the strength of application materials and interview.
Begin your journey in Psychiatric Mental Health! Learn about the specific degree requirements and apply today.
Questions? Contact Program Track Director Barbara Preib Lannon, PhD, PMHNP-BC at bpreiblannon@luc.edu